Pork larb is a traditional Thai dish that combines the savory flavors of pork, the zest of fresh herbs, and the slight spice of chili peppers. It is a well-balanced dish that offers both flavor and texture, and it can be enjoyed with a variety of accompaniments. This article will guide you through the process of cooking pork larb with fresh herbs, providing step-by-step instructions and tips to ensure that you create a delicious and authentic version of this classic Thai dish.
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PORK LARB WITH FRESH HERBS
Based on a recipe from the Spirit House Cook Book. Done with small lettuce leaves makes a great appetiser for a party. This is usually part of a Thai meal. From The lettuce down, these are the garnishes, not to be put and mixed with the mince.
Provided by Latchy
Categories Pork
Time 22m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat oil in wok and stir fry the pork until cooked, about 6-7 minutes (drain any fat).
- Remove from heat and mix in the remaining ingredients, put in a nice bowl. Arrange the garnishes around the bowl on a nice platter. Diners just help themselves to the lettuce leaves and pork, plus garnishes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.9, Fat 48, SaturatedFat 12.4, Cholesterol 90.2, Sodium 1405.4, Carbohydrate 18.5, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 4.3, Protein 31.2
PORK LARB (THAI SALAD WITH PORK, HERBS, CHILI, AND TOASTED RICE POWDER) RECIPE
A classic Northern Thai dish, larb is a meat-based salad that exemplifies the hot, sour, pungent, and sweet flavor balance typical of many Thai dishes. Our version uses fried shallots for extra flavor along with toasted rice powder, giving it an intense nuttiness. We found that grinding the meat yourself in a food processor results in a more interesting and varied texture.
Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt
Categories Snack Appetizer Appetizers and Hors d'Oeuvres Salads Salad
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place meat on a tray leaving a one inch space between each cube and place in freezer until firm but not frozen, about fifteen minutes. Transfer half of meat to bowl of food processor and pulse until meat is roughly ground and no pieces larger than 1/4-inch remain, about 10 one-second pulses. Transfer meat to a bowl. Repeat with remaining meat. Set aside.
- While meat chills, place rice in an empty 12-inch skillet and heat over medium-high heat shaking constantly until rice is golden brown and a nutty popcorn-like aroma emerges, about 6 minutes. Transfer to mortar and pestle and grind until it has the texture of cracked black pepper. Alternatively, grind in a spice grinder. Set aside.
- Add oil and shallots to now-empty skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until shallots are golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain shallots and discard oil but do not wipe out pan.
- Add pork, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, and 2 tablespoons water to pan. Cook, stirring frequently until pork is just cooked through but not browned at all, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and allow to cool five minutes. Add remaining fish sauce, scallions, basil, cilantro, mint, half of chili, lime juice, sugar, and toasted rice powder. Toss with hands and taste for seasoning, adding more chili if higher heat is desired.
- Just before serving, add fried shallots and toss again. Granish with pork rinds and chili. Serve immediately with cabbage or lettuce on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 528 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 1469 mg, Sugar 9 g, Fat 39 g, ServingSize serves 4 as an appetizer, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
SPICY PORK LETTUCE WRAPS
These lettuce cups filled with spicy ground pork take inspiration from Larb. Found in several Southeast Asian countries, Larb usually features seasoned ground meat served with sticky rice or lettuce cups, topped with fresh vegetables and herbs. Toasted rice powder is typically mixed into the seasoning for some crunch and to help thicken the dressing. Katie opts for ground peanuts instead to achieve a similar texture and nutty flavor. These can also be made with ground chicken, duck, turkey, or crumbled tofu in place of the ground pork. Fresh and flavorful, these lettuce cups are super easy to make at home any night of the week.
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- For the scallion and carrot relish: Toss the soy sauce, ginger, sesame oil, carrots, scallions and lime juice in a medium bowl. Set aside in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- For the pork: Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil, and once hot, the pork. Cook the pork, breaking it up with the back of your spoon until it browns and is no longer pink, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in the red pepper flakes, salt, garlic, ginger and shallots. Cook until they are aromatic and incorporated, another minute. Add the hoisin and stir to combine, then add the soy sauce. Cook until the pork is sticky and glazed, about 3 minutes. Transfer the pork to a serving bowl.
- Serve the pork with the lettuce leaves, some scallion and carrot relish, cilantro leaves, mint leaves, peanuts and sriracha, letting everyone build their own wraps with all the fixings.
PORK LARB WITH FRESH HERBS
Steps:
- # Heat oil in wok and stir fry the pork until cooked, about 6-7 minutes (drain any fat). # 2 Remove from heat and mix in the remaining ingredients, put in a nice bowl. Arrange the garnishes around the bowl on a nice platter. Diners just help themselves to the lettuce leaves and pork, plus garnishes. Read more: http://www.food.com/recipe/pork-larb-with-fresh-herbs-124560#ixzz1CK4UMuwG
HERBY PORK LARB WITH CHILE
In this take on the classic Thai dish larb moo, ground pork is pan-cooked, then stirred together with a combination of funky fish sauce, fresh and dried chiles, shallots, lime juice and an abundance of fresh herbs for brightness. If you don't eat pork, ground chicken or turkey will work well in its place. Making the toasted rice powder is a little fussy, but it gives the dish an authentic nutty flavor and crunch. That said, if you skip it, it will still be delicious. If you have the time, top this dish with crispy shallots: It takes the whole thing to the next level, as does a flurry of chive blossoms when in season. Serve this spicy dish with sticky rice, and grilled or roasted wedges of cabbage squeezed with lime, but for a low-key weeknight, plain white rice and lettuce leaves work just as well.
Provided by Colu Henry
Categories dinner, weekday, weeknight, meat, main course
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, toast the rice, stirring frequently, until it starts to smell nutty and turns golden in color, about 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a mortar and pestle or clean spice grinder and allow to cool for a minute or two. Grind or pulse the rice until it has a powderlike consistency. You should have about 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons. Set aside and wipe out the pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together shallots, fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, bird's eye chile, chile flakes, half the scallions, half the mint and half the cilantro. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat, and add pork, breaking meat apart with the back of a wooden spoon or spatula. Cook until meat is no longer pink, but not browned, about 5 to 6 minutes.
- Remove pork from heat and allow to cool for about 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the pork to the bowl with the chile-herb mixture, add the rice powder and stir together until combined. Season with kosher salt to taste.
- Top with remaining herbs and serve. Season with flaky salt and an extra squeeze of lime, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 363, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 780 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
LARB
This is one of my favorite dishes. I learned to prepare it during a Thai cooking class given by the chef/owner at the Thai Erwan restaraunt in VA.
Provided by Wenstar
Categories Rice
Time 25m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook the ground meat until done and drain.
- Mix the meat with the lime juice, fish sauce, red onions, chili peppers (optional), roasted rice powder and mix well.
- Serve on bed of lettuce and top with sliced green onions and mint leaves.
- May add additional red peppers if you desire it hotter.
- Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.4, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 192.6, Sodium 1553.5, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3.2, Protein 40.9
HERBY PORK LARB WITH CHILE
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, toast the rice, stirring frequently, until it starts to smell nutty and turns golden in color, about 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a mortar and pestle or clean spice grinder and allow to cool for a minute or two. Grind or pulse the rice until it has a powderlike consistency. You should have about 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons. Set aside and wipe out the pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together shallots, fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, bird's eye chile, chile flakes, half the scallions, half the mint and half the cilantro. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat, and add pork, breaking meat apart with the back of a wooden spoon or spatula. Cook until meat is no longer pink, but not browned, about 5 to 6 minutes.
- Remove pork from heat and allow to cool for about 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the pork to the bowl with the chile-herb mixture, add the rice powder and stir together until combined. Season with kosher salt to taste.
- Top with remaining herbs and serve. Season with flaky salt and an extra squeeze of lime, if desired.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality, fresh pork mince for the best flavor and texture.
- If you can't find fresh lemongrass, you can use dried lemongrass, but be sure to soak it in warm water for at least 30 minutes before using.
- Use a mortar and pestle to pound the herbs and spices for the best flavor extraction.
- If you don't have a mortar and pestle, you can use a food processor, but be careful not to over-process the herbs and spices, as this will make the larb too mushy.
- Serve the larb with sticky rice, fresh vegetables, and a lime wedge.
Conclusion:
Pork larb is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its bold flavors and bright colors, pork larb is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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